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Margaret L. Bunders
Oct 12, 2024
Margaret Louise (Davey) Bunders died on October 12, 2024, at Waukesha Memorial Hospital after struggling with age-related complications. Many thanks to the amazing staff at Kirkland Crossings and Waukesha Memorial Hospital for their tender and compassionate care for her in her final days.
Margaret was a loyal, lifelong resident of Rockford, IL, where she was born on July 10, 1934. She...
James M. Williams
Oct 11, 2024
James M. Williams was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on December 8, 1941. Jim was very proud of the historic date because it was the day the United States entered World War II following the bombing of Pearl Harbor. He enjoyed talking about blackout shades on St. Mary’s Hospital windows and shaded street lights along Lake Drive. All intended to prevent...
Danielle Pedone
Oct 8, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Danielle Pedone, on October 8, 2024.
Born on February 5, 1973, she was the second child of Franco and Kathleen Pedone.
Danielle was a brave, fearless, and beautiful person, free-spirited in everything she did. She was very passionate about what she believed in and lived a life all her own....
Marina D. Zimmerman
Oct 4, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marina Doris Zimmerman, age 88, on October 4, 2024. Marina, a resident of Hartland for over the past five years, was a beloved mother, grandmother, mentor, and friend who touched the lives of everyone she met.
Marina was born on March 20, 1936, in Grove City, Minnesota, the daughter of...
Mary A. Brenzel
Oct 2, 2024
Mary A. Brenzel passed away in her Rolling Meadows home in Oregon, WI Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at age 98.
Mary was a pioneer resident of the senior housing co-op and an active member of the early Board. She was born Mary Agnes Booth in Milwaukee December 21, 1925, and was married for over 60 years to David George Brenzel, who...
Carla W. Mastalir
Sep 28, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carla W. (Zinn) Mastalir, who died at home with LOVE on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Carla was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin on December 13, 1953, the daughter of the late Edward C. and Ardath J. (Schunke) Zinn.
Carla leaves behind her family that loved her the most, including her husband,...
Theodore E. Seitz
Sep 25, 2024
On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, Theodore Edward Seitz passed away peacefully with family at his side. Theodore was born on April 12, 1931, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the eldest of 5 children of Monica Esser Seitz and Edward John Seitz.
His mother entered him in a contest and Theodore was chosen as the Most Perfect Baby in Milwaukee.
Though he grew to be...
Peter A. Sandborg
Sep 19, 2024
Pete was born on June 29, 1962 in Minneapolis and later moved to Eau Claire as a toddler. Sadly, he passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at the age of 62.
Pete spent his childhood playing hockey as a Mite and continued through high school skating for the Old Abes. He was a great defenseman and immensely enjoyed the...
Rita J. Shaughnessy
Sep 14, 2024
September 14, 2024, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, Rita Joyce Shaughnessy, age 92, peacefully left Earth to join her family in Heaven.
Rita was born November 12, 1931, to Thomas “Rusty” and Ruth Shaughnessy in Galesburg, Illinois. She shared her parents with her brother, John. Rita and John lived on and off together many times and Rita became his...
Patricia A. Harris
Sep 12, 2024
Patricia Ann Harris, 61, passed away on September 12, 2024, in Lisbon, Wisconsin.
Born on May 25, 1963, in Dixon IL, Patricia, affectionately known as Patty, was a passionate friend, loving and devoted wife. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to motherhood, nurturing her children with immense joy, warmth, and love.
Patty was a passionate friend: her generous spirit and thoughtfulness was shared unconditionally...
Joyce C. Nelson
Sep 10, 2024
Joyce C Nelson (nee Stapleton) went to join her beloved husband of 51 years of marriage, Russ, on September 10, 2024 at the age of 94.
She loved her family and friends and was a caregiver in helping others as she saw the need and through the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Her bright smile and engaging personality are a loss...
Judith E. Markus
Sep 3, 2024
Tuesday morning, September 3, 2024, we lost the earthly body of the most wonderful, loving, sassy and fun woman who we call Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and Friend, Judith “Judy” E. Markus.
Judy was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on October 28, 1938, the daughter of Edson J. and Dorothy I. (Meyer) Palmer.
Judy is joining in the light, her beloved husband and soulmate,...
James H. Block
Sep 2, 2024
James (Jim) Harold Block, age 84, of Hartland, Wisconsin went home to his heavenly Father on September 2, 2024.
Jim was born in Almena, WI on March 22, 1940, to Stanley and Florence (Thompson) Blockowitz (later shortened to Block). He graduated from Bay View High School in 1958. Jim served in the United States Air Force on Active Duty in 1963...
Viola Gutzmann
Aug 29, 2024
Viola “Vi” (nee Schumann) Gutzmann, 94, of Hartland, passed away at Crossroads Care Center of Pewaukee on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
Vi was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on March 30,1930, to the late Agnes (nee Thate) and William Schumann. She was one of four daughters who worked on the family vegetable farm.
As a young woman Vi became a live-in nanny for...
Gillian "Jill" Hollister
Aug 23, 2024
Gillian (“Jill”) Hollister was called to her heavenly home on Friday, August 23rd, 2024, at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc. She was 87 years old.
She was born Gillian Martha Brady on August 12, 1937, in Hartford, Connecticut, to parents John F. and Gertrude Brady (nee Clifford).
She is survived and lovingly remembered by her 4 children: Mark (Mary) Hollister, Beth (Daniel) Wilkins,...
Sharon Greenebaum
Aug 23, 2024
Sharon Irene Greenebaum, 72, died peacefully at home on Friday, August 23, 2024, surrounded by members of her beloved family. She was preceded in death by her parents Clara and Raymond Kortbein; her husband, Stu; and her siblings Darrel and Brian Kortbein.
Sharon is survived by her sons Joe Spanbauer (Audrey) of Oshkosh, Louie Greenebaum (Callie Cozzolino) of Chicago, Illinois, Tyler...
Judith J. Fredman
Aug 15, 2024
Judith “Judi” Joanne Fredman passed away peacefully on August 15, 2024, at 82 years of age surrounded by her family at home overlooking the lake. She fought a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer and had her usual positive, optimistic, grateful attitude to the very end.
Judi is survived by her ever loving husband of 63 years, Tim. She was a...
Gary G. Pluff
Aug 13, 2024
Gary G. Pluff, age 59, went home to be with the Lord on August 13, 2024.
Gary will be deeply missed by his wife Sharon along with his sons Tyler (Jacqueline) and Austin (Carolyn) in addition to many other cherished family and friends.
Gary was a man that never stopped doing projects, sometimes starting more projects before finishing the first one. From...
Marilyn A. Buffone
Aug 13, 2024
Marilyn A Buffone, 93, of Hartland, Wisconsin, died Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at her home.
She graduated with a Medical Records degree from The College of St Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota. She worked as a Medical Records Librarian for many years before moving to Illinois where she taught Elementary School. After moving back to Wisconsin, she worked as the Director of...
Michael L. Armstrong
Aug 12, 2024
Michael L. Armstrong, age 71 of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin died on August 12, 2024. Michael was born on October 7, 1952, in Wheeling, Illinois, the son of William T. and Bette (Duval) Armstrong.
Per Michael's wishes, no services will be held.
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